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Hotel chains are increasingly incorporating boutique properties, nature lodges and other accommodations that go beyond the cookie-cutter expectations — without sacrificing the valuable benefits of loyalty programs. But what if you need more space to spread out while on vacation, or even want a full kitchen?

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Many loyalty programs don’t let you transfer points to other members, while others charge a fee to move points to another member. But with World of Hyatt, members can gift points to other members for free and with few restrictions.

Earning Choice Privileges points through stays, promotions and credit cards is relatively easy. However, once you have a stash of Choice Privileges points, you might wonder how to redeem them.

SpaceX boss Elon Musk said that any disruptions Ukraine reports in its use of the Starshield satellite communications system would be the responsibility of the US government, and not his company.

Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program remains a favorite in the loyalty world. In addition to its distance-based award charts (Air Canada and select partner charts operate dynamically), it offers several customer-friendly features, such as a low-priced stopover perk and minimal fees on award tickets. This can be especially useful when booking Star Alliance partner award…

If you’re planning to travel for spring break, Easter or summer vacation next year, now is a great time to start racking up points and miles for your trip.

Hilton Honors members, listen up: The program is offering a whopping 120% bonus when you purchase points right now. That means for every 1,000 points you buy, you’ll get 1,200 more for free — more than doubling your points.

The first time I visited Sydney many years ago, I checked off all the tourist boxes:

Wyndham Rewards offers a four-tier award chart, with award nights costing 5,000, 15,000, 30,000 or 45,000 points per night. This award chart means you can get a lot of value from Wyndham Rewards points, especially on peak travel dates.